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| style="width: 30%; padding: 5px; vertical-align: top;" |'''Born'''
| style="width: 70%; padding: 5px; vertical-align: top;" |28 April 1976, [[wikipedia:Ahmedabad|Ahmedabad]], [[wikipedia:Gujarat|Gujarat]], [[wikipedia:India|India]]
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| style="width: 30%; padding: 5px; vertical-align: top;" |'''Nationality'''
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| style="width: 30%; padding: 5px; vertical-align: top;" |'''Residence'''
| style="width: 70%; padding: 5px; vertical-align: top;" |[[wikipedia:Dharmaj|Dharmaj]], [[wikipedia:Gujarat|Gujarat]], [[wikipedia:India|India]]
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| style="width: 30%; padding: 5px; vertical-align: top;" |'''Occupation'''
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* [[wikipedia:Theatre|Theatre artist]]
* [[wikipedia:Television|Television actor]]
* [[wikipedia:Model (person)|Model]]
* [[wikipedia:Writer|Writer]]
* [[wikipedia:Animal rescue|Animal rescuer]]
* [[wikipedia:Motivational speaker|Motivational speaker]]
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| style="width: 30%; padding: 5px; vertical-align: top;" |'''Years active'''
| style="width: 70%; padding: 5px; vertical-align: top;" |1986–present
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| style="width: 30%; padding: 5px; vertical-align: top;" |'''Known for'''
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* [[wikipedia:Wildlife rehabilitation|Wildlife rescue]]
* [[wikipedia:Gujarati literature|Gujarati writing]]
* Motivational talks
* Dhunn – The Petting Farm
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| style="width: 30%; padding: 5px; vertical-align: top;" |'''Education'''
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* B.A. in Indian Culture – [[wikipedia:Gujarat University|Gujarat University]]
* Diploma in Nursing – Ahmedabad Para Medical College
* Veterinary short courses – VETMEDUX, Clinician’s Brief
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| style="width: 30%; padding: 5px; vertical-align: top;" |'''Awards'''
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* Rashtriya Pratishtha Puraskar
* Indian Visionary Award
* Reptile Rescuer Award
* Honorary Doctorates – HDAC, AMC, WCEPC
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| style="width: 30%; padding: 5px; vertical-align: top;" |'''Website'''
| style="width: 70%; padding: 5px; vertical-align: top;" |[https://www.instagram.com/dhunn_the_petting_farm Instagram – Dhunn Petting Farm]
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'''Dr. Archana Shailesh Patel''' (born 28 April 1976) is an Indian animal welfare activist, acclaimed Gujarati author, theatre performer, and public speaker based in [[wikipedia:Gujarat|Gujarat]]. Her efforts span over three decades across fields of education, literature, wildlife rehabilitation, and rural development.

She is the visionary founder of '''Dhunn – The Petting Farm''', an educational initiative and animal sanctuary located in [[wikipedia:Dharmaj|Dharmaj]], [[wikipedia:Gujarat|Gujarat]]. The farm is home to over 350 animals of 48 unique species and is actively involved in community education programs.

== Early Life and Education ==
Born in [[wikipedia:Ahmedabad|Ahmedabad]], [[wikipedia:Gujarat|Gujarat]], Dr. Archana Patel showed early interest in performing arts and animal care. She studied at Little Flower School and earned a B.A. in Indian Culture from [[wikipedia:Gujarat University|Gujarat University]] in 1996.

Driven by a desire to serve others, she pursued a Diploma in Nursing and later completed international veterinary programs through platforms like VETMEDUX and Clinician’s Brief.

== Career Overview ==

=== Arts and Literature ===
Patel began her artistic journey in the late 1980s, performing in [[wikipedia:Gujarati theatre|Gujarati theatre]] and modeling for local campaigns. Her storytelling skills transitioned into writing columns, short stories, and social essays in the [[wikipedia:Gujarati language|Gujarati language]], gaining recognition for her thought-provoking narratives on empathy, heritage, and resilience.

=== Wildlife Rescue and Dhunn – The Petting Farm ===
Her deep-rooted compassion for animals led to the establishment of ''Dhunn – The Petting Farm'', a sanctuary for rescued and exotic animals. Under her leadership, the farm operates both as a rehabilitation center and a school outreach hub, advocating animal welfare, biodiversity, and environmental sensitivity.

She collaborates with veterinarians, NGOs, and educational institutions to conduct awareness programs and rescue operations, especially in rural areas of [[wikipedia:Gujarat|Gujarat]].

=== Motivational Speaking and Social Outreach ===
An accomplished motivational speaker, Dr. Patel addresses youth, women, and rural communities on themes of kindness, mental health, compassion, and eco-responsibility. Her sessions are known for integrating emotional well-being with practical solutions to everyday challenges.

She is also an active contributor to rural upliftment initiatives, encouraging sustainable farming, women's empowerment, and humane education.

== Awards and Recognition ==
Dr. Patel has been recognized nationally and internationally for her multi-sector contributions:

* Rashtriya Pratishtha Puraskar – for humanitarian excellence
* Indian Visionary Award – for contributions to social and cultural development
* Reptile Rescuer Award – for outstanding service in wildlife rescue

Honorary Doctorates from:

* HDAC (2024)
* AMC India (2024)
* World Council of Education, Peace and Culture (2025)

== Personal Life ==
Dr. Archana Patel resides in [[wikipedia:Dharmaj|Dharmaj]], [[wikipedia:Gujarat|Gujarat]], where she oversees Dhunn – The Petting Farm. When not engaged in rescue missions or speaking engagements, she dedicates time to writing, mentoring, and spiritual reflection.

== See Also ==

* [[wikipedia:Animal welfare in India|Animal welfare in India]]
* [[wikipedia:Wildlife rehabilitation|Wildlife rehabilitation]]
* [[wikipedia:Gujarati literature|Gujarati literature]]
* [[wikipedia:Gujarat|Gujarat]]

== External Links ==

* [https://www.instagram.com/dhunn_the_petting_farm Dhunn – The Petting Farm on Instagram]
* [https://vetmedux.com/ VETMEDUX – Veterinary Learning Platform]

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